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Jackie Robinson was an American professional baseball player who became the first African American to play in Major League Baseball (MLB) in the modern era. He broke the color barrier in 1947 when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson was born on January 31, 1919, in Cairo, Georgia. He was the youngest of five children born to Jerry and Mallie Robinson. His father was a sharecropper and his mother worked as a maid. Robinson attended John Muir High School in Pasadena, California, where he excelled in track and field, basketball, and baseball. He was offered a scholarship to UCLA, where he became the first athlete to letter in four sports. Robinson was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1942 and served in a segregated unit. After his discharge in 1944, he joined the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro American League. In 1945, Robinson signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers and was assigned to the Montreal Royals, the Dodgers' top farm team. He made his major league debut on April 15, 1947, and was named Rookie of the Year that season. Robinson was named the National League's Most Valuable Player in 1949 and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962. He retired from baseball in 1957 and became an advocate for civil rights. Robinson died of a heart attack on October 24, 1972, in Stamford, Connecticut. He was 53 years old.
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Age | 68 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Born | 20 May 1955 |
Birthday | 20 May |
Birthplace | Los Angeles, California |
Nationality | United States |
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Jackie Robinson Height, Weight & Measurements
At 68 years old, Jackie Robinson height is 198 cm and Weight 95 kg.
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Height | 198 cm |
Weight | 95 kg |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Jackie Robinson Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Jackie Robinson worth at the age of 68 years old? Jackie Robinson’s income source is mostly from being a successful . He is from United States. We have estimated Jackie Robinson's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
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